Shop Inspection

RAM Aviation, Space & Defense  is a leader in aerospace innovation, powering flight and space  exploration with precision solenoids, valves, and actuators. Since 1975,  we've supported missions like the Space Shuttle and continue to deliver  mission-critical components for commercial, defense, and satellite  systems. As one of Southern Utah's largest employers, we drive economic  growth and offer high-skilled careers in engineering and manufacturing.  From our advanced facility in St. George, we build the future of  aerospace—on time, with excellence, and as a team.  Join us to work on  groundbreaking technology and help shape the future of flight and space  exploration. Your career takes off here

As an Assembly Shop Inspector  at RAM, you ensure the quality and precision of aerospace components  through detailed visual, dimensional, and mechanical inspections. Using  tools like CMM machines and precision instruments, you verify that parts  meet strict specifications at every stage—from first article to final  test. Your work helps maintain the safety, reliability, and performance  of mission-critical systems in aviation, space, and defense.

Duties & Responsibilities

• GD&T  interpretation of drawing, analyze and interpret blueprints, data,  manuals, and other materials to determine specifications, inspection and  testing procedures, adjustment, and certification methods, and  measuring instruments.
• Inspect, test, or measure manufactured or  final level products for conformance to all requirements and  specifications. Reject products, materials, and equipment not meeting  the requirements.
• Discuss inspection results with those responsible for products and recommend necessary corrective actions.
• Record inspection or test data, such as weights, temperatures, grades, or moisture content, and quantities inspected or graded.
• Mark items with details such as grade and acceptance or rejection status.
• Measure  dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using  measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
• Compare  colors, shapes, textures, or grades of products or materials with color  charts, templates, or samples to verify conformance to standards.
• Write inspection reports describing results, recommendations, and needed repairs.
• Read dials and meters to verify that equipment is functioning at specified levels.
• Adjust, clean, or repair products or processing equipment to correct defects found during inspections.
• Set controls, start, and monitor machines that automatically measure, sort, or inspect products.
• Use numerous types of precision handheld inspection tools and instruments.
• Maintain accurate documentation.

Requirements

• Must be proficient in operation of a computer and using Microsoft word, excel, and outlook and ability to stay organized
• Ability to multi-task with limited supervision and ability to handle frequent interruptions
• Good communication skills while interfacing with other departments and individuals
• Ability to maintain quality requirements while remaining efficient
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001/ AS9100, statistical process and KAIZAN preferred.

Why You'll Love Working at RAM – Our Benefits

At  RAM Aviation, Space & Defense, we believe our people are our  greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive  benefits package designed to support your well-being, work-life balance,  and long-term success.

Our benefits include

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Short-Term Disability & Voluntary Benefits - Additional protection and peace of mind when you need it most.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for personal, financial, and emotional well-being.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays - Generous time off to relax, travel, and spend time with loved ones.
• Paid Parental Leave - Time to bond with your new addition and transition smoothly back to work.
• 401(K) Retirement